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noun • the soccer or hockey player assigned to protect the goal • the defensive position on an ice hockey or soccer or lacrosse team who stands in front of the goal and tries to prevent opposing players from scoring | ||||||||
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noun • a stronghold into which people could go for shelter during a battle | ||||||||
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noun • a detachment assigned to protect the rear of a (retreating) military body | ||||||||
Last Line Of Defense Crossword Clue
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New York Times24 Aug 1995 | Down 46 | |
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